Montessori Childminder - Preschool Age Focus

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible hours

Hybrid arrangements

Close collaboration with family

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an experienced Montessori childminder for a nurturing, home-based role caring for one preschool-aged child. The candidate should apply Montessori principles to create engaging, child-led activities that foster independence and curiosity.

The position allows for occasional hybrid engagement through remote planning or virtual check-ins, with a strong emphasis on safety and family collaboration to support the child’s development.

Qualifications

• Certified Montessori educator with preschool experience.
• Strong knowledge of Montessori philosophy and its practical application.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with parents and child.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• Reliable, patient, and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Implement Montessori-based activities and routines.
• Prepare and maintain a stimulating learning environment.
• Guide the child in practical life skills, sensorial exploration and language development.
• Observe and record progress, interests and milestones.
• Ensure safety, well-being and emotional support at all times.
• Plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks.
• Communicate regularly with parents about the child's day and development.
• Maintain a clean, organized play and learning area.
• Adapt activities to the child's evolving needs.

Skills

Montessori educator

Preschool care

Montessori philosophy

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Safety & learning environment

CPR & First Aid

Reliability

Education

Montessori certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a nurturing family located in Tembisa, Gauteng , seeking a dedicated and experienced Montessori Childminder. This role focuses on providing a stimulating and supportive home-based learning environment for their preschool-aged child. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Montessori principles and be adept at creating engaging, child-led activities that promote independence, curiosity, and a love for learning. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with one child in a home setting, tailoring the educational experience to their specific needs and interests. While the role is primarily based in the family home, there may be occasional opportunities for hybrid engagement, such as remote planning sessions or virtual check-ins.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Montessori-based educational activities and routines.
• Prepare and maintain a prepared environment conducive to learning and exploration.
• Guide the child in developing practical life skills, sensorial exploration, and language development.
• Observe and record the child's progress, interests, and developmental milestones.
• Ensure the child's safety, well-being, and emotional support at all times.
• Plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents regarding the child's day and development.
• Maintain a clean and organized play and learning area.
• Adapt activities to suit the child's evolving needs and developmental stage.

Requirements

• Certified Montessori educator or extensive experience in Montessori education.
• Demonstrable experience caring for preschool-aged children.
• In-depth knowledge of Montessori philosophy and its practical application.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with both child and parents.
• Patience, creativity, responsibility, and a genuine passion for early childhood development.
• Ability to create and maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate reflective of experience and qualifications.
• Flexible working hours with potential for hybrid arrangements.
• Opportunity to work closely with one child in a dedicated home environment.
• Direct impact on a child's early learning journey.
• Supportive and communicative relationship with the employing family.
• Potential for long-term engagement.